Update: Whoops!  Looks like we may jumped the gun a bit on our partner discount program!  If you’re having troubles, please be patient as we work to get everything up and running correctly! Update 2: It seems the issue is with new accounts.  If you’ve already shopped at GameAgent.com with your me.com, mac.com, or apple.com email address, you should be good to go.  Otherwise, you’ll have to wait a bit while we get everything sorted out.  However, to make up for it, we’ve boosted the discount to 10%, so hang in there! Today GameAgent is announcing its “Friends and Family Forever” discount.  What does that mean?  Simple–basically, anyone with an email address ending in me.com, mac.com or apple.com will be eligible for a discount at GameAgent.com!  There’s really nothing to it.  All you have to do is sign in to GameAgent through this special Partner Discount link.  Once you’re logged in, you’ll see ALL titles discounted by at least 5% 10% (sure, perhaps it’s not the most ground-breaking discount, but it sure as heck beats paying full price!). Many of you have probably received a newsletter with this information, but in case you haven’t, here’s what we had to say:

You’ve been to GameAgent.com to find your favorite Mac Games, maybe read a blog entry or two, and hopefully even bought something. In a world where our virtual relationship is all we have, that makes us friends! And since you’re our friend, we want to extend a special discount available on all future GameAgent.com purchases. When placing an order online using your me.com, apple.com, or mac.com email address, *you will magically receive 5% off GameAgent.com purchases!

Of course, we’re not just friends, are we? We also like to think we’re family, and family looks out for each other. Tell the other folks in our giant family to take advantage of this easy discount. You can forward emails to friends, remind family to sign up for the newsletter, and like us on Facebook for all the world to see. The offer works on all me.com, mac.com and apple.com email addresses, so share the Apple-Lovin’ Word!

Don’t forget you can keep up to date and get more notices by signing up for our newsletter!  Also, an important reminder: You must log in via the Special Partner discount link to receive the discount, so be sure and bookmark or save the URL for future reference!  Also, the discount unfortunately does not work with other offers (you’re technically taken to a different storefront that does not feature any existing promotions).  Finally, if you have any troubles with the discount, let us know! Hit the jump to see full details on the offer… (more…)

It’s super weekend special spectacular time at GameAgent!  Why?  Just because!  Starting today and ending at 11:59pm CDT on Sunday, August 29, we’ve got two great deals involving Sid Meier’s Civilization IV: Warlords for the Mac!  Sid Meier’s Civilization IV: Warlords (Mac) is the first expansion pack for Firaxis Games’ award-winning title, Civilization IV.  Paying homage to some of history’s greatest military leaders, the expansion delivers eight unique and interesting scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their new powerful “warlord” unit.  Civilization IV: Warlords (Mac) includes new civilizations, leaders, units, and wonders that offer even more fun and exciting ways for players to expand their civilization’s military power as they strive for world domination. Deal #1: The boxed version of Civilization IV: Warlords (Mac) will be 25% off for the weekend.  In addition, shipping costs will be cut in HALF when purchasing the game!  It’s that simple. Deal #2: Of course, you need Civilization IV to actually play the game.  If you don’t yet have Civilization IV, though, no worries–we got you covered!  When purchasing either the boxed or digital version of Civilization IV (Mac), you’ll then get Civilization IV: Warlords (Mac) for HALF off, plus the half-price shipping! Remember, these deals are only good for this weekend and only at GameAgent.com, so act fast!

Currently on sale at GameAgent.com along with its subsequent expansion, The Sunken Dragon, 1701 A.D. (PC) is a unique empire building sim set in the period of the 17th and 18th centuries.  Similar to strategy games such as the Civilization franchise, players are given the task of setting out to discover and inhabit new lands and grow their small colonies into thriving cities.  Players can manage their colonies and their virtual neighbors in 1701 A.D. (PC) through trade, diplomacy, or direct conflict. What sets 1701 A.D. apart from its other strategy-based brethren is that it’s incredibly easy to pick up and play.  Instead of a linear, mission-based game, 1701 A.D. lets players set their own goals and play their way while interacting with the game world and more than 100 “sub-quests” that offer various rewards.  The gentle learning curve is just one of the reasons James Nonamaker of FileFactory Games finds 1701 A.D. (PC) to be a “great game at a great price.”  As he tells it in his review, he is blown away by the visuals and the overall subtle complexities of the game.  Check out a snippet below, then follow the link to catch the full review!

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Ahh, it’s late August, it’s still blisteringly hot outside, and students get to trudge through the heat on their way to class.  Okay, so maybe it’s not the most glamorous time of year, but there is one benefit to heading back to school–it signifies the Back to School Sale at GameAgent!  With classes getting back into full swing, we’re offering a collection of PC games that will go perfectly with History 101. The first special we have offers both 1701 A.D. (PC) and its expansion 1701 A.D.: The Sunken Dragon (PC) for only $15 (normally a $40 value)!  1701 A.D. (PC) is a unique empire building sim set in the period of the 17th and 18th centuries.  Players are immersed in the golden age of exploration and trade, where they set out to discover and inhabit new lands and grow their small colonies into thriving cities.  Players are tasked with establishing, expanding and maintaining a flourishing medieval metropolis while interacting with native peoples and other players through trade, diplomacy or conflict. 1701 A.D.: The Sunken Dragon (PC) adds to 1701 A.D.’s nearly limitless replayability with a new 11-mission, story-driven campaign and a new world editor that allows gamers to design and share maps for single-player or online play. New computer artificial intelligence profiles, buildings, subquests and an empire-shattering new natural disaster add even more depth to the robust 1701 A.D. experience. As a bonus for picking up this bundle, you will also receive $4.50 off shipping for the entire order when adding these items to your cart! The second special we have is XIII Century Gold Edition (PC) for only $15 (normally a $30 value)!  XIII Century Gold Edition delivers a massive RTS experience, combining the highly successful strategy game XIII Century: Death or Glory with the follow-up sequel Blood of Europe.  The game features large-scale battles held in the authentic heraldry of European nobility, cutting-edge gameplay technology, online multiplayer battles, and so much more making this the ultimate package for fans of strategy and war games.  Charge into the great battles of the Middle Ages alongside noble knights and ruthless nomads as they clash steel with neighboring foes and carve their names into history. Similar to the aforementioned 1701 A.D. deal, buyers will receive $4.50 off shipping for the entire order when purchasing XIII Century Gold Edition.  That means if you purchase both, you will receive FREE standard shipping for everything in your cart! Grab these games now before the Back to School Sale also becomes a part of history!

Currently on sale at half price ($9.99) at GameAgent.com, Cryostasis (PC) is a tense, first-person thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat as you play through the game.  The story revolves around Alexander Nesterov, who is sent to investigate the ‘North Wind,’ a nuclear ice-breaker ship now trapped in the Arctic Circle with its crew frozen to death.  Taking control of Alexander, players must fight the horrors contained within the frozen vessel and use his mysterious ‘Mental Echo’ ability to reveal the final moments of the dead crew.  Cryostasis (PC) features terrifying and claustrophobic corridors to navigate as well as mutant species inhabiting the ship that must be defeated to get to the bottom of the game’s mystery.  Players must use their wits to stay warm and ultimately unlock the mystery surrounding the perilous last moments of the vessel and its crew. GameSpot’s Kevin VanOrd gives Cryostasis (PC) high marks for eliciting chills that few other games can and praises the game for its unique setting.  The setting itself is innovative in that players must constantly be aware of their surroundings if they wish to survive.  Check out a preview of Kevin’s review after the jump, then hit the link to read the full thing!

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When most people think of GameAgent, they typically think of Mac gaming.  This is great, because Macs are awesome (it’s science), and we firmly believe PC gamers aren’t the only ones who should get to enjoy all of that gaming goodness.  That being said, PC gamers also hold a special place in our hearts.  In fact, we really love all gamers, and it’s for this reason that we’re focusing this week’s Deal of the Week on our PC titles! Starting today and running through the end of the day (11:59pm CDT) next Tuesday, August 24, all of our PC boxed titles will be HALF OFF.  We have a great selection of PC titles to choose from, including: Men of War (PC) — Men of War is a stunning Real-Time Strategy game that takes place during the height of World War II. Intense battles span Europe and North Africa as gamers play as Soviet, Allied or German forces across 19 massive single-player missions. PuzzleQuest: Galactrix (PC) — Enjoy a new board, new weapons, new tactics and more in this incredibly addictive puzzle gameboard battle. Collect a fleet of customizable spaceships, which endow your player with new skills and abilities, and fight in over 150 battles. 1701 A.D. (PC) — 1701 A.D. is a unique empire building sim set in the period of the 17th and 18th centuries. In this third addition to the incredibly successful series, players are immersed in the golden age of exploration and trade, where they set out to discover and inhabit new lands and grow their small colonies into thriving cities. Cryostasis (PC) — Alexander Nesterov is sent to investigate the ‘North Wind,’ a nuclear ice-breaker ship now trapped in the Arctic Circle with its crew frozen to death. Alexander must fight the horrors contained within the frozen vessel and use his mysterious ‘Mental Echo’ ability to reveal the final moments of the dead crew. Necrovision (PC) — NecroVision is a first-person shooter that takes gamers across the frantic battlegrounds of World War I and into a dark underworld of vampires, demons and dark magic.

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Get to GameAgent.com right now and pick up your favorites!

To celebrate the release of the new Tomb Raider game, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, we’ve brought a couple of our own Tomb Raider games out of retirement.  Oldies, but goodies, you can now pick up Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (Mac) for only $4.99 and Tomb Raider: Chronicles (Mac) for only $9.99. Of course, these are the boxed versions only, and we know it’s a pain to pay for shipping, but that’s why we’re implementing a very special shipping promo this week only!  Between now and the end of the day (11:59 CDT) Friday, August 20, you can get fantastic shipping discounts on both Tomb Raider: Chronicles (Mac) and Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (Mac) (and potentially your whole GameAgent.com order!).  For each Tomb Raider game added to your cart, shipping will be discounted by $4.50, meaning that by adding both Tomb Raider games, you’ll be eligible for FREE SHIPPING! Take advantage of these deals before these games return to their gaming tombs! Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (Mac), $4.99 — Enemies, old and new, lurk at every turn, as Lara must overcome ingenious puzzles, the most infernal traps ever devised, and evil from beyond the grave. Experience heart-stopping action in your quest to guide Lara through her dazzling Egyptian adventure. Tomb Raider: Chronicles (Mac), $9.99 — After the memorial service of Lara Croft, her friends gather at Croft castle to reminisce about her past exploits, providing new adventures.

Hey there, space fans!  Today we’re posting a review of PuzzleQuest: Galactrix PC from the guys at X-Play, one of the premier video outlets for finding video game reviews.  Normally the PuzzleQuest PC review would be text-based, but since Galactrix is set in space, we thought we’d go all “high-tech” on you and embed a video (you know, since videos are all “high-tech” and stuff…)!  The video review is short and sweet, perfect for the on-the-go space marine, and still really details what makes PuzzleQuest: Galactrix such a great follow-up to the fantastic original.  And for those that are dying to break out their reading glasses, hit the link after the video to check out the fully-written review on G4TV!

PuzzleQuest: Galactrix PC Review, by X-Play (G4TV)

Full PuzzleQuest: Galactrix PC review at G4!

On the heels of what we hope was a fantastic, game-filled weekend for everyone, today we’re announcing not one, but two, new deals on various PC and Mac Star Wars games, available only at GameAgent!

First off, we’re kicking a new program into gear that will net you $10 in savings on any boxed Star Wars game at GameAgent!  Starting today and moving well past the foreseeable future, any time you buy a boxed Star Wars game, you will then be eligible for $10 off any other boxed Star Wars game.  The list of eligible games includes:

• Star Wars®: Battlefront™ (Mac)
• Star Wars®: Empire at War™ (Mac)
• Star Wars®: Knights of the Old Republic® (Mac)
• Star Wars® Mac Pack (Mac) — Includes Empire at War™ and Knights of the Old Republic®
• Star Wars®: Jedi Knight®: Jedi Academy™ (Mac)
• Star Wars® Jedi Knight™ Gold Pack (Mac) — Includes Jedi Knight®: Jedi Academy™ and Jedi Knight® II: Jedi Outcast™
• Star Wars®The Force Unleashed™: Ultimate Sith Edition (Mac)
• Star Wars®The Force Unleashed™: Ultimate Sith Edition (PC)

Second, we’re going all multi-platform on you!  Any time you buy the boxed version of Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition, you’ll be eligible to pick up the game on the opposite platform for only $1!  For example, when buying the game for the Mac, you can then also buy the game for PC for only $1!  This is great for gamers who want to play on both their Macs and PCs.

We hope these are the deals you are looking for, and may The Force be with you in your gaming endeavors!

Either we at GameAgent have gone bat$#!t crazy, or we just really like you guys (or maybe a bit of both?).  Either way, everybody is in for a treat this weekend as we’re throwing out tons of deals and promos for you to enjoy!

First off, we’re celebrating QuakeCon 2010 with a selection of sales on all of our id games!  Each remaining day of QuakeCon will see a different game go on sale for ONLY $6.50 for the day.  Here’s the schedule:

• Friday, August 13 – QUAKE 4 (Mac)
• Saturday, August 14 – Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars (Mac)
• Sunday, August 15 – Doom 3 (Mac)

Next up is a deal that goes hand-in-hand with the QuakeCon sale!  Oftentimes when deciding between a digital copy of a game and a boxed copy of a game, the choice is pretty easy–why pay for shipping (and thus a delayed play experience) when you can get the game immediately for no charge?  Well, we’re aiming to make that choice a little bit harder this weekend with our FREE SHIPPING promotion.  Between now and the end of the day (11:59pm CDT) Sunday, August 15, all orders of $19.99 or more will receive free shipping!

You can mix and match games as you see fit; we have multiple games that sell for under $20, and games on special sale count, too!  We also have plenty of great games that sell for exactly $19.99, including Battlefield 1942 Deluxe (Mac), Civilization IV (Mac) and its expansions, PuzzleQuest: Galactrix (PC), and Homeworld 2 (Mac)!

That’s still not all we’re offering this weekend, though!  You can also grab the boxed version of the fantastic World War II RTS Men of War (PC) for only $6.50 (67% off)!  Grab the boxed version at a discount or the digital version at full price, and get the sequel Men of War: Red Tide (PC) for only $10!  You didn’t think those Men of War reviews were posted for no reason, did you? We’re really excited about our weekend promos, and we hope you guys are, too!  Let us know what you think, good or bad, in the comments.  And happy gaming!